Stocked Photo taken January 15, 2016

2016 was a blast for me. This year I received a wonderful opportunity to take my career into the next level together with a very generous compensation. I never imagined myself receiving a blessing as great as this. Though this made me proud I never took the credit and still give the glory to the Almighty.  So today, two days left before we bid goodbye to 2016. I would like to highlight the things I learned from this year.

Stocked Photo taken February 14, 2016

Always have a heart full of Love...

And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.

Stocked Photo taken March 22, 2016

Stocked Photo taken April 17, 2016

Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.

Due to numerous obligation and unbeatable schedules, I always forgot to grace beauty to everyone. See I am not talking about beautiful face, hair, clothes nor shoes. I am talking about how I approached others. I always forgot that I get what I give. If my attitude is ugly it reflects to my face. If I fail to asked with kindness I will be treated rudely. If I do not show love I will be hated. Always show beauty in every angle of your life. Yes nobody is perfect but nobody says you can't do your part.

Stocked Photo taken May 21, 2016

Live with humility...

Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

My life this year was rolled into a lot of misunderstandings. The problem gets bigger and bigger because I tend to point fingers instead of owning my mistakes.  I know a lot will agree that its difficult to stay our feet flat in the ground and be humble. Yes who wants to accept that they made a mistake. I do not wave my white flag when it comes to arguments and I really fight for what I believe. But sometimes this what makes the problem even bigger. Always remember that it takes two to tango. You surely took your part in the problem so better man up and resolve it peacefully.

Stocked Photo taken June 22, 2016

Goof around...

He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Therefore, whoever takes the lowly position of this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven. And whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me.

Sometimes I want to go back in time and goof around like what I used to when I was a kid. Things like playing under the sun all day without thinking of ultraviolet rays or sunburn. Sleeping at night and waking up the next morning without a care in the world. Sometimes we have to get the kid out of us to enjoy things. I always feel warm and playful whenever I am around my daughter. She reminds me that I should not make my life difficult or like an algorithm that needs to be solve. I just need to learn again how to have a good time.

Stocked Photo taken July 22, 2016

Don't dream its over...

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

The year started with us hoping to have a place of our own and also me rocking this pixie cut. Well then both came true. Thanks to God, hard work and perseverance... and courage of course! Dreaming is free and we can go beyond our imagination.

Stocked Photo taken August 21, 2016

Never ask something you cannot give...

Do to others as you would have them do to you.

I believe that when you ask something you should be able to give it also. Let me clarify this by giving an example. For instance you want to be respected. Then you should do the same. You want to be treated nice then do the same. Let's say you do not want others minding your business then do the same.

Stocked Photo taken September 25, 2016

Set your priorities straight...

No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.

What is your priority? Sometimes they ask, what is your top priority? Well I believe that if we set our priorities straight it won't be difficult to come up with a decision. My priority next to God is my family. So I never blink or think twice if I want to do something for their good.

Stocked Photo taken October 22, 2016

Money really matters...

Blessed is the one who finds wisdom, and the one who gets understanding, for the gain from her is better than gain from silver and her profit better than gold. She is more precious than jewels, and nothing you desire can compare with her.

Let's be real here. Money is essential because without money we cannot do or buy the things we need and want. Money right now is really earned hard. So we better treasure it and spend wisely. Do not rush into buying things. Sometimes we have to learn to wait and see what is really meant for us.

Stocked Photo taken November 5, 2016

Never forget to enjoy and have fun...

Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.

Where did the time go? It seems like it was just yesterday that I wrote my year-end blog. There are so much things happened. This morning I carried Julianna and I get tired easily. She is getting bigger and more playful. This remind me to always enjoy and have fun. Have a me-time once a month, go on lunch or dinner with friends, have quality time with hubby, stroll around the mall with the family and have all the playtime I can have with my Julianna.

To all of us congratulations for our 2016! Cheers to all who poured their hearts, shed tears, shared experiences and grew to a better being.

Thank you for reading my blog and Happy New Year to all!